PYRIMETHAMINE, 25mg, tab.
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DORAPYRM2T-
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Account code:
60000
HS Code:
300490
Last Updated on:
22/11/2024, 22:12:27
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Code(s):
-X
6.5.4 - Antipneumocystosis and antitoxoplasmosis medicines
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use.
The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
P01BD01
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification according to WHOCC
Thermosensitive codes are defined for storage and transportation temperature requirements of the products.
PYRIMETHAMINE
Therapeutic Action
Antiprotozoal
Indications
Treatment and secondary prophylaxis of toxoplasmosis in immunodeficient patients, in combination with sulfadiazine or clindamycin
Primary prophylaxis of toxoplasmosis in immunodeficient patients, in combination with dapsone (if co-trimoxazole cannot be used)
Second-line treatment of isosporiasis in immunodeficient patients (if co-trimoxazole cannot be used)
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Instructions for use
Depending on the indication, pyrimethamine is used in combination with sulfadiazine, clindamycin or dapsone.
It is recommended that calcium folinate be ordered simultaneously to prevent the deficiency of folinic acid induced by pyrimethamine.
Storage
Below 25ºC